Chiang Rai White Temple, Blue Temple and more from Chiang Mai
Overview
Available languages
12 hours
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- Marvel at the iconic White Temple's modern art and architecture
- Explore the vivid and tranquil Blue Temple
- Explore the Red Temple complex and its panoramic views
- Explore responsibly with TripGuru, a GSTC-certified sustainable tour platform in Thailand.
- Enjoy a low-impact way of exploring, reducing the overall carbon footprint of tourism.
- Last-minute bookings available for the meeting point option
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The distance from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai is approximately 172 km one-way. Kindly be prepared for a long drive (roughly 3 hours one-way).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Our first stop of the day is the charming DOI CHAANG Caffè Mae Suai coffee shop. Walk around the grounds to stretch your legs or munch on a snack before moving on to the main attraction!
Wat Rong Khun
Marvel at this modern architectural masterpiece, designed by a renowned local artist. The intricate details and striking white facade make this temple a must-see.
What‘s Included
English-speaking tour guide
Entrance fees: White Temple (THB 100)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Drinking water is stored in a glass bottle
Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Lunch
Personal expenses
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Bus Tour with meeting point
Big Bus Tour with 40 pax
Starting point:
Three Kings Monument, QXRP+3WX, Prapokklao Road, Tambon Si Phum, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50200, Thailand
Small Group Tour in Spanish
Join In Spanish Guide: Select this option for a Join-in tour with an Spanish Guide. Complimentary hotel pick-up from select areas. Entrance included
Starting point:
McDonald's, 17/1 Kotchasarn Rd, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Pickup included
Private Tour in Japanese
Private Tour in Japanese: with entrance fees and hotel pick up
Pickup included
Small Group Tour in Japanese
Small Group in Japanese: with entrance fees and hotel pick up
Pickup included
Private Tour in French
Pickup included
Small Group Tour-Meeting Point
Join In Meeting Point: Choose this for a Join-in tour with English Guide if your hotel isn't in free pick-up zones. Entry fees included.
Meeting Point:: Pickup & Drop off will be accommodated at McDonald's at Thapae Gate in Chiang Mai Old City.
Starting point:
McDonald's, 17/1 Kotchasarn Rd, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Small Group Tour in Chinese
Meeting Point: Entrance fees are included
Starting point:
McDonald's, 17/1 Kotchasarn Rd, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Private Tour in English
Pickup included
Small Group Tour-Hotel Pickup
Join In Hotel Pick-Up: Select this option for a Join-in tour with an English Guide. Complimentary hotel pick-up from select areas. Entrance included
Starting point:
McDonald's, 17/1 Kotchasarn Rd, Tambon Chang Khlan, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50100, Thailand
Pickup included
Reviews
622 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Horrible transport, arrogant guide
ajaybH3218XU,,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00We had a bad experience on the trasnporation of this trip. This trip was actually condcuted by TripGuru (even though I booked it with TripAdvisor) . First the transport van arrived 1 hour late than the scheduled pickup time (saying thay had a problem with a tire) . Then they put 3 of our family of 4 in the last back seat. The ride was a 3 hour long road trip one way and it was so noisy and jerky that my family said it was worst than a public trasnsport bus. THier AC vents were also broken and I had reported all these issues to Trip Guru on WhatsApp and even sent a picture of the broken AC vent but they could not do anything as we were already enroute. The guide was very stubborn and arrogant and even after we told him about the issues he kept saying the van is new (whihc it clearly was not) . The guide named "G Popcorn" even made some racial comments to my brother in law about India which irritated our family further but we had no other option than to complete the trip abd return back . I would request a full refund of this trip from TripAdvisor as it is the worst experience I have had with trip booked via Trip Advisor.
Travel in Time
Eduardo C,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An extremely beautiful place, the temples are amazing, a beauty, the contrast changes throughout the day, the details and details are beautiful
Amazing!!
boazdoc,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Punctual , informative friendly approachable guide. We love our guide Art! Beautiful temples . The White Temple tops them all. Comfortable ride!! Highly recommended!!
Use newer vans
Orit S,,Feb 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00Considering the activity involves traveling in the van for 6 hours -,the trip was not enjoyable bc the van was old, very noisy & not comfortable.
Worth the drive for the white temple
Rosie B,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The white temple was jaw dropping it was so beautiful, although it was very busy we still enjoyed it. The blue was just as good and the red too. We had a good time. Just be prepared for the long drive but it was a fine journey and we stopped at a lovely coffee shop! Gan was our tour guide she was a lovely lady I couldn’t understand her very well but she was so nice and made sure we was all okay and took lots of photos for us. So thank you Gan
Happy after our tour :)
giancarlopad,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved seeing the temples and exploring outside if Chiang Mai. Friendly guide and driver taught us Thai language! It was a long day but worth it!
Our guide was absolutely...
Hilary B,,Feb 5, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide was absolutely amazing and very knowledgeable. She utilize our drive time to give us history lessons on upcoming temples and she taught us Thai.
Spend more time in the Old City instead of this tour.
Kenny L,,Feb 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00First off, the travel time is 6 hours round trip for a 3-hour visit. Secondly, the white, blue, and red temples are all commercial and were built within 20 years. The tour guide lady name Pimpi, aka 'Happy,' isn't a good tour person and lacks knowledge and explanations. She gave a brief overview of the three temples and then left everyone on their own. She spent more time chatting and talking with her colleagues most of the time. The white temple is like Disneyland rather than a temple. The blue temple is nice inside. The red temple is mediocre. I recommend thinking twice about this tour or these temples. As an Asian Buddhist, I think these temples are commercial and like Disneyland.
Very nice day trip
Xiaohui P,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It’s a perfect day tour to visit white temple and blue temple. They are amazing temples. Our tour guide Boon is very professional and knowledgeable.
Beautiful Temples
Navigator47230337266,,Feb 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We drove from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai approx. 3h. The drive was long, but we got a very exciting trip with the three temples. Specially the Withe Temple was for us the best one
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